Antarctic Invertebrates are Being Evicted After 20 million Years – Nova Next
Article Synopsis – The warming water of Antarctica threatens to destabilize sensitive marine habitats, making them unlivable for a number of invertebrate species. These creatures—including sea spiders, isopods, and an array of corals—recycle nutrients, provide food for larger animals, like penguins and seals, and provide habitat. Researchers found there was no one unifying trend in how bottom-dwelling invertebrates will react to the increase in temperature. The effects of warming are likely to combine with other factors resulting in potentially devastating consequences. To read the actual article click here.